The action in Shakespeare’s Henry VI Part 1 play takes place between 1422 and 1445 as King Henry VI grows from childhood to young adulthood. The play is set in London, Orleans, Auverne, Rouen, Paris, Gascony, Anjou and Angiers. Read more about Henry VI Part I settings.

Henry VI Part 1 themes: Political infighting is largely what this play is about. It is also about heroism, shown by the actions of Talbot and his son. Throughout the play Shakespeare demonstrates the great qualities of women, particularly in the treatment of Joan of Arc.